Question

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Why were the Indians outraged by the Rowlatt Act? Explain.

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Answer 1

It gave the government autocratic powers to repress political activities besides allowing it to detain political prisoners without a trial, for two years. The Indian were outraged by this act as it was clearly undemocratic and oppressive, and hurt national sentiments and dignity.

Answer 2

Indians were outraged by the Rowlatt act:-

Explanation:-

• He hoped that after the war his troubles would end and the government would take steps to improve his condition.

• On the other hand, the government got the Rowlatt Act passed in the Imperial Legislative Council against the united opposition of the Indian members.

• This act gave enormous powers to the government to suppress political activities. This allowed political prisoners to be detained for two years without trial.

• These provisions meant the suspension of two principles of justice - trial by jury and habeas corpus - the right to avoid illegal imprisonment.

• The Rowlatt Act was considered a black law and Indians under Gandhi decided to oppose it by non-violent civil disobedience, which would begin with a strike on 6 April.